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What Is a Zoo Girl?

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Origin and Evolution of Zoos A zookeeper cares for animals living in captivity. Zoos started as royal collections and now serve various functions. Zoos entertain, teach, emphasize research, and conservation efforts. There is a trend toward providing more natural habitats for animals. Zoos are regulated by governments. Historical Significance Queen Hatshepsut opened the first zoo … Read more

How Old Do You Have to Be to Babysit?

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Legal Babysitting Age Most states do not have a legal age to babysit. The recommended age to begin babysitting is 11 to 15 years old. Babysitting is one of the few jobs a preteen can do, as most places won’t hire until age 14. Factors to Consider A teen with younger siblings may be more … Read more

How Much Money Does a Novel Make?

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Author Income Ranges An author makes between 4.5 percent and 5.5 percent of the cost of the book as royalty. If an author sells one million books per year at $9.99 a copy, the yearly amount is $4.5 million to $5.5 million. Most authors earn around minimum wage based on book sales and advances. Making … Read more

What Is the 7th Oldest Roller Coaster? Roller Coaster Highlights

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Oldest Roller Coasters: Leap-the-Dips in Pennsylvania The Roller Coaster at Lagoon in Utah Historical Background: Roller coasters originated from Russian ice slides in 18th-century Signature Designs: The Montaña Suiza in San Sebastián, Spain It is a wooden roller coaster at Lagoon, opened in 1921, making it the seventh oldest roller coaster globally. Leap-the-Dips in Pennsylvania … Read more